How long does a Dachshund Catahoula Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–15 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).

Is a Dachshund Catahoula Mix easy to train?

Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Dachshund Catahoula Mix

A Dachshund Catahoula mix is a cross between a Dachshund and a Catahoula Leopard Dog. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 35–65 lb and live 11–15 years.

Dachshund, a purebred dog — DachshundPhoto: Ellen Levy Finch, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Catahoula Leopard Dog, a purebred dog — Catahoula Leopard DogPhoto: Bugaflee, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight35–65 lbcan be 16–95 lb

Height15–16 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–15 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Dachshund Catahoula Mix get?

Standard Dachshund16–32 lb

The mix35–65 lb

Catahoula Leopard Dog50–95 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Dachshund Catahoula Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 15–16 inches at the shoulder, against 8–9 in for the Standard Dachshund and 22–24 in for the Catahoula Leopard Dog. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Size figures assume a Standard Dachshund parent, the size closest to the Catahoula Leopard Dog. A different dachshund size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Moderate to very high

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Moderate

The Dachshund rates moderate and the Catahoula Leopard Dog low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Dachshund is usually described as friendly, curious, spunky. The Catahoula Leopard Dog as loyal, independent, watchful. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Dachshund vs Catahoula vs the mix

Trait	Standard Dachshund	Dachshund Catahoula Mix	Catahoula Leopard Dog
Weight	16–32 lb	35–65 lb	50–95 lb
Height	8–9 in	15–16 in	22–24 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	11–15 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	low	low	not rated
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Hound	mixed	Foundation Stock Service

Questions about the Dachshund Catahoula Mix

How big does a Dachshund Catahoula Mix get?: Most grow to 35–65 pounds and 15–16 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 16–95 pounds.
How long does a Dachshund Catahoula Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–15 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).
Does a Dachshund Catahoula Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Dachshund Catahoula Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Other Catahoula mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.